Dehn Godfrey Batschelett, went to be with his savior on January 1, 2007, at the age of 90. Dehn was born September 30, 1916 to Godfrey Batschelett and Rosa Sarah Dehn Batschelett in LaDue, Missouri. He spent his entire life farming in that community. It was here that he brought his wife, Annalee, and where they spent 62 years together as man and wife. To this union four children were born, Rose Ann, Larry Dehn, Linda and Kent. Dehn was a man who loved his life as a farmer. He worked hard to maintain his land and livestock. Even when he was ill, he found strength to be out in the field and help bring in his last harvest.


Dehn valued life and enjoyed being with his family and friends. He was a member of the LaDue United Methodist Church where he was faithful in his attendance and support. He loved sports and was a loyal fan of the Royals, the Chiefs, and the Missouri Tigers. Trips to Bennett Springs and Tannacoma with his fishing buddies were special times. Dehn was a true friend and gentleman of his word. His warm smile and cense of humor made everyone feel at ease and welcome in his presence.

Dehn was preceded in death by his parents, brother Walter, sister Iva Marks, his wife Annalee, their son Larry Dehn, and one granddaughter, Alicia.

He was greatly loved and he will be cherished and honored in the hearts of his children, Rose Ann and husband Dale Endicott, Linda and husband Ted Wareham, Kent and his wife Judy, and daughter-in-law Vicky. Also seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren who loved spending time with him on the farm. Also left to morn his passing are, one nephew, two nieces, other family members and many friends.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society, Bear Creek Cemetery, or Twin Lakes Hospice and may be left in care of the funeral home.